Predicting the Onset of PTSD: An Analysis of Facial Expression of Emotion in Reaction to Aggressive Displays

摘要

This paper provides a potential method to detect the early onset of, or the possibility of developing, PTSD through a series of tests relating to unconscious emotional facial expressions and physiological responses in conjunction with the resilience training currently offered in the Comprehensive Soldier Fitness (CSF) Program. Unconscious emotional responses, in the form of facial expressions, is proposed to be associated with a subconscious level of resilience, thus in turn predicting the risk an individual has of developing PTSD. Additionally, physiological measurements taken in conjunction with the facial expression analysis may further aid in predicting Soldiers who are at risk for developing PTSD. The proposed study will utilize facial expression analysis and physiological measures to assess the resiliency of Soldiers participating in the CSF program.